Office Manager

Office Manager - Perm Full time, In person role at the School - This is a full year round role and not term time only.

Are you an experienced and highly organised administrator looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a proactive and dedicated School Office Manager to lead our busy school office and ensure the smooth running of all administrative, financial, and organisational processes. t

Main Purpose of the Role

As the School Office Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of the school office, line manage administrative staff and support the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in delivering efficient support services. You will play a key role in maintaining confidentiality, safeguarding, and ensuring a welcoming and professional environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.

Please find attached a more detail job description and job specification within this section

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school office team, including performance reviews and training.
• Oversee all administrative systems, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, and HR processes including absence tracking and staff support.
• Provide financial administration support including payroll, budgeting, and procurement.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, data protection, and school policies.
• Support SLT with strategic planning, reporting, and school events.
• Maintain a professional reception and communication service for parents and visitors.

What We’re Looking For

• Ideally Proven experience in office management, ideally within an educational setting.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in school systems such as Arbor, SAM People, and Microsoft Office.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Why work for us?

• Supportive and friendly school community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.

You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;

• a competitive salary
• a comprehensive induction programme so you can hit the ground running.
• continued professional development and training.
• a friendly, passionate team committed to getting the best outcomes for our young people.
• bonuses for refer a friend
• life assurance.
• cycle to work scheme, employee perks and discounts platform.
• birthday treats, long service and employee of the month awards.
• employee assistance and counselling service, wellbeing support and advice, free flu jab

Who are we?

Wings School Notts, part of Kedleston Group, is an independent specialist day school near Newark in Nottinghamshire, for children and young people aged between the ages of 9 and 17. We provide a safe learning environment for children and young people with a wide range of varying needs including social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), autism (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attachment difficulties (AD).

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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